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Restoration Manager I

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Orlando, Florida
Full Time
Posted November 5, 2025
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Job Description

The Restoration Manager I oversees ecological restoration projects, leading field operations, managing invasive species, ensuring safety and compliance, and supporting project planning and team leadership to restore ecosystems and protect natural resources.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily safety meetings, coach team members, and ensure safety compliance
  • Operate, maintain, and train others on field equipment such as skid steers, tractors, and UTVs
  • Develop and implement site-specific ecological restoration and invasive species management plans
  • Oversee invasive species control, herbicide application, and prescribed burn activities
  • Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality and compliance
  • Coordinate scheduling, resource management, and record-keeping for restoration projects
  • Train, hire, and evaluate crew members to build effective teams
  • Support project planning, quality control, and scope development for restoration and construction activities
  • Engage with clients, stakeholders, and the public to communicate project progress and updates
  • Oversee construction and land management activities across multiple restoration sites

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in applied sciences, natural resources, or a related field or equivalent construction restoration experience.
  • 5 years of ecological restoration experience.
  • Valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator License applicable categories.
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
  • Valid DOT medical card.
  • S130 190 wildfire certifications if required by region.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, mapping software, and GPS systems.
  • Strong knowledge of ecological restoration practices, invasive species management, and QA QC processes.
  • Ability to travel up to 75 within South and Central Florida.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range (not specified)
Work schedule (not specified)
Work environment perks: outdoor work, leadership opportunities, safety-focused culture
Additional benefits: travel up to 75% within South and Central Florida, training and development in ecological restoration, safety certifications (CPR, AED, First Aid), proficiency with software tools, opportunities to work on environmental projects and restoration initiatives

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